So I'm asking for assessments/ opinions and possible solutions: I've been an RN for 21yrs, mainly hospital step- down units and most recently 3 yrs in UR for an insurance company. I recently started...
Kansasmomandnurse replied to psych.nurse's topic in Advanced Practice
I have an interest in psych ( always have) and have thought about pursuing the psych NP path but not sure of actual duties and do not want to make a mistake in pursuing. Know it varies but can you...
Has anyone had either a negative or positive experience with nicotine/ Cotinine level testing when receiving an offer from St. Luke's in KC? Are there other KC area hospitals that require this now...
Kansasmomandnurse replied to Kansasmomandnurse's topic in General Nursing
Here are the facts for anyone who is faced with my situation. There is a lot of misinformation out there. 1) Tyoe of test - Cotinine a) Urine B) Blood C) Cheek swab I passed my test 6 days after my...
Kansasmomandnurse replied to Kansasmomandnurse's topic in General Nursing
You're right, I obviously goofed. Now I know. Thanks. Regarding the other answers, interesting. The method of testing has to be taken into account, so while 3 weeks may be accurate for some...
So here is a thought in response to your situation about job-hopping and hating your job: first, I've felt this way and it's miserable. Colors your whole outlook and can be so awful knowing that you...
Kansasmomandnurse replied to dlshilobod's topic in Travel
I'm also interested in any opinions on travel nursing at this age, as I have similar circumstances, though very different experience. I've been doing Utilization Review for the last 3 yrs ( have been...
Kansasmomandnurse replied to NightWatch's topic in Aesthetics
So I'm interested in this question as well: So an RN can inject everyone else, but for personal use (cosmetic use) if he or she is officially certified, that nurse still cannot legally do her own...